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Glenn Johnson and Phoebe Craig Johnson form a powerful team at Switch Willo Stables. Phoebe, who was an alternate for the 1969 United States Equestrian Team, works from the ground. With hooves beating a drumroll on the turf, her husband Glenn draws upon experience accumulated over the course of more than four decades riding. During his career, Glenn leapt his horse Cricket over 7-foot puissance jumps in competitions, in an exhibition in Madison Square Garden, and on the glossy pages of Sports Illustrated.

Now, Switch Willo Stables welcomes riders of all ages and abilities into facilities that have earned recognition from readers of Austin Family magazine. Glenn and Phoebe lead a team of instructors, who have up to 25 years of experience each and have produced many award winners at the local, state, and national levels. Beginners, seasoned riders, and those planning to frame centaurs for crimes gain from lessons, which match an instructor with one–eight riders. The school follows the stylistic tenets of English riding with special focus on hunter and jumper techniques, which have their basis in traditional fox hunting.

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Austin is such a photogenic city; it makes it tough to take a bad picture. These are some of my favorite places to play photographer.
Mount Bonnell: Upon ascending the hundred or so stairs to the top of Mount Bonnell, you’ll understand why it’s a top destination for both locals and tourists. At 785 feet, it’s the highest point within the city limits. Standing at the top offers a one of a kind view in all directions from downtown to the 360 bridge.
University of Texas Tower: The tower on its own always makes for an amazing photograph; it’s pretty much the icon of the University. The real treat though, is to go on a ‘Tower Tour,' and to take in the view from the top of the tower. Tower tours offer a complete 360 view of the city. ProTip: Go on the last tour of the day. They start right before sunset, so you get to witness a magnificent show as the colors change and the sun fades into the horizon. Tours are $6.00. Always check the schedule and be sure to make a reservation.
360 Bridge Overlook: The 360 Bridge, or Pennybacker Bridge, is as much part of Austin as the Capitol. There have been countless photos taken from the overlook, it often appears in Facebook profile pictures, it’s even one of the artifacts in my Austin Snow globe. You can climb up the extremely mild hike to get a first class view of the bridge with views all the way to downtown. While you’re in the area, I’d also recommend crossing the bridge and going over to the boat launch as you can get some pretty sweet angels from right underneath the bridge.
Barton Springs: One of the things that I enjoy most about Barton Springs is it draws patrons of all walks of life. It’s like a freeze frame of Austin where, even though the faces change throughout the years, everyone is still going there for the same reasons: to enjoy the laid back freedom you feel while hanging out there. I always catch myself snapping photos of the gorgeous springs but also of others as they frolic in the waters or alongside the pool.
Baylor Street Art Wall: Often called “graffiti park,” “art wall,” “castle hill,” or “the Foundation,” this is the place to go for street art in Austin. This property was once slated to be condos; the foundation was poured, but things never moved forward from there. Eventually, local artists used the blank concrete foundation as their canvas. Now it’s constantly changing, and you'll often find new works or old favorites covered up from visit to visit. This place really is a two-for-one photo op because you can explore all the graffiti, and then climb to the top to discover a breathtaking view of downtown. I can sit at the top for hours while taking in the beauty of the city. It’s truly a unique Austin treasure.
Doug Sahm Hill: This hill located at Butler Park next to the Long Center provides a postcard view of the city’s skyline. Also, in the concrete at the top of the hill, there's a huge map of Texas carved into the ground with many city's names listed along with their distances to Austin.

Kung Fu Saloon - 510 Rio Grande Street
Arcade junkies, this is your destination for Sunday Funday. Their vintage arcade games are free all day so you can get lost in Ms. Packman for hours. They also have classics like Street Fighter, Big Buck Hunter and more. Be sure to hit up the Build Your Own Blood Mary Bar, or have a few dollar mimosas if that's more your speed. By Sunday afternoon, it gets pretty rowdy, and surely a few patrons end up calling in sick on Monday. Sundays 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Tacos & Tequila (TNT) - 507 Pressler Street
All-you-can-eat-and-drink can be a dangerous combination. At a cool $18.95, TNT hosts a Sunday Brunch that's well worth the price of admission. It’s almost magical how every time your glass is near empty, you can look away for a moment, and it's filled to the brim again. The buffet style brunch covers everything from house made guacamole to Belgian waffles, so you're sure to find something that's right up your alley. 10:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
The Goodnight - 2700 West Anderson Lane #101
This adult playground offers free bowling and free karaoke all day on Sundays. Come hungry, because they have an extensive brunch menu that is top notch. You can find anything from a simple grilled cheese, to a steak and egg breakfast platter. They have dollar mimosas and 32oz MegaMosas for those who are mega thirsty. Come early and stay late because their dinner menu is just as amazing; add free games to the mix, and what more could you ask for?
The Park at The Domain - 11601 Domain Drive
The Park at the Domain hosts a solid Sunday Brunch, buffet style ($15) and endless dollar mimosa. What sets them apart from the other dollar mimosa joints in town is that they always have several different flavors of juice for your mimosa to choose from. There's nothing ‘chill’ about Sundays at The Park at the Domain; they have a DJ, and a dance floor that gets hopping after a few rounds of mimosas. They also have plenty of TV’s, and there isn't a bad seat in the house if you're looking to catch a game.
Banger’s Sausage and Beer - 79 Rainey Street
As if this Rainey Street gem couldn’t be any more enticing, on Sundays they host a Big Band Brunch that's simply amazing. They have a special brunch menu that will make any meat eaters mouth water, and drinks that are dangerously good. Their ManMosa is a liter mug filled with a bottle of champagne; yes, a whole bottle, topped off with a splash of cranberry or OJ. If that's a little too aggressive, you can check out the Build Your Own Bloody Mary bar. There’s live music from noon until 3:00 p.m. and your pup is always welcome to come join the party. Sundays noon – 3:00 p.m.
Last words: In the summer, it goes with out saying your Sunday Funday should involve the lake. So buddy up to your friend with that boat, pack a cooler and head on out for the ultimate Sunday Funday.
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On a recent visit to the in Orlando, my three boys joined forces to play an interactive secret agent game. Communicating by cell phone with Agent P – the secret identity of Perry the Platypus from the Disney show Phineas and Ferb - they set off on a mission to thwart the evil plots of Dr. Doofenshmirtz. Racing around Epcot’s World Showcase, tracking down leads and solving clues, my little super spies succeeded in saving the world. Not bad for a half hour adventure.
Back home in Austin, I stumbled upon a similar mobile, interactive scavenger hunt, and knew we had to give it a try. Billed as part game, part city tour, Urban Adventure Quest invites locals and tourists alike to explore downtown Austin, while following clues and solving puzzles. There is no Dr. Doofenshmirtz, but there are teams, tricky challenges, points, and a race to the finish!
All you need for this fun family outing – after paying online to participate - is an internet capable smart phone or tablet. At the starting point, you log in to the Urban Adventure Quest website and receive the first of 18 challenges. Each directive sends you in search of a new destination - finding it is part of the challenge - and requires your team to solve a complex puzzle. By the completion of your quest, you will have traveled two miles and seen a good deal of the city. You will also have learned several fun facts about the history of Austin.
Urban Adventure Quest is recommended for ages seven to 70. The most enthusiastic and helpful member of our team was my 11-year-old son. Having recently completed the 39 Clues series, he was well versed in decoding with ciphers and unraveling word puzzles. He mentioned that our downtown quest was similar to the fast-paced books, but “without people trying to kill you.”
That’s not to say there isn’t an adrenaline factor. If you are a competitive sort, you will feel pressure to score big points in little time, ensuring that you rank high on the online Leader Board. There are hints available throughout the Quest, but they will cost you five points a pop. Bonus questions are also provided, offering the chance to gain 15 points per correct answer. My son got so into racking up points that when we were ready to head home he exclaimed, “Our car wasn’t towed! 15 points!”
Urban Adventure Quest is a nice motivator to get out of the house and take a turn as a tourist in your own city. Even as frequent visitors to the Capitol, my family discovered statues, mosaics, a memorial, and historical markers that we had never noticed before. If you can tamp down on your competitive spirit, you may even opt to extend your downtown exploration, with a little mid-Quest dining and local shop browsing. But, that’s not the way to dominate the Leader Board!

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